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Arrow makes emotional return for Rabbitohs

Jai Arrow made a brief but heart-warming return to the NRL field on Saturday, playing his 99th game for South Sydney Rabbitohs three months after being diagnosed with motor neurone disease.

Jai Arrow, diagnosed with motor neurone disease earlier this year, made an emotional appearance for South Sydney Rabbitohs on Saturday. The forward was granted NRL dispensation to play his 99th game for the club, bringing him one game closer to reaching the 100-game milestone. capturengo.com

Arrow announced his retirement immediately after his MND diagnosis, leaving him on 98 appearances. His return to the field was described as heart-warming, with the NRL granting special permission for him to play. He is set to join the 100 club next week when the Rabbitohs face the Roosters.